Adhesive Transfer Tapes with

Adhesive 300LSE
8132LE • 8153LE • 9453LE • 9471LE •
9472LE •9653LE • 9671LE • 9672LE
Technical Data September 2017

Product Description 3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tapes with 3M™ Low Surface Energy Acrylic
Adhesive 300LSE provides high bond strength to most surfaces,
including many low surface energy plastics such as polypropylene and
powder coated paints. The acrylic adhesive also provides excellent
adhesion to surfaces contaminated lightly with oil typically used with
machine parts.

Product Construction Product Adhesive

Number (Solvent Free) Liner

3M™ Adhesive Transfer 2.3 mils (58 microns) 4.0 mils (102 microns)
Tape 8132LE 3M High Strength Acrylic 58# Polycoated kraft
Adhesive 300LSE 6.2 mils (157 microns)
83# Polycoated kraft

3M™ Adhesive Transfer 3.6 mils (91 microns) 4.0 mils (102 microns)
Tape 8153LE 3M High Strength 58# Polycoated kraft
Adhesive
Acrylic300LSE 6.2 mils (157 microns)
83# Polycoated kraft

3M™ Adhesive Transfer 3.6 mils (91 microns) 4.2 mils (107 microns)
Tape 9453LE 3M High Strength Acrylic 58# Polycoated kraft
Adhesive 300LSE

3M™ Adhesive Transfer 2.3 mils (58 microns) 4.0 mils (102 microns)
Tape 9471LE 3M High Strength Acrylic 58# Polycoated kraft
Adhesive 300LSE

3M™ Adhesive Transfer 5.2 mils (132 microns) 4.2 mils (107 microns)
Tape 9472LE 3M High Strength Acrylic 58# Polycoated kraft
Adhesive 300LSE

3M™ Adhesive Transfer 3.6 mils (91 microns) 6.2 mils (157 microns)
Tape 9653LE 3M High Strength Acrylic 83# Polycoated kraft
Adhesive 300LSE

3M™ Adhesive Transfer 2.3 mils (58 microns) 6.2 mils (157 microns)
Tape 9671LE 3M High Strength Acrylic 83# Polycoated kraft
Adhesive 300LSE
3M™ Adhesive Transfer 5.2 mils (132 microns) 6.2 mils (157 microns)
Tape 9672LE 3M High Strength Acrylic 83# Polycoated kraft
Adhesive 300LSE
3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tapes with Adhesive 300LSE
8132LE • 8153LE • 9453LE • 9471LE • 9472LE • 9653LE • 9671LE • 9672LE

Typical Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative
Adhesion or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Properties
Peel Adhesion - ounces/inch (Newtons/100 mm) ASTM D3330, modified:
90° peel, 2 mil aluminum backing.

Typical Adhesion Chart

15 Minute Room 72 Hour Room

3M™ Adhesive Temperature Temperature
Transfer Tape Oz./In. N/100 mm Oz./In. N/100 mm

Stainless Steel 8132LE 71 78 75 82

8153LE 90 98 100 109

ABS 8132LE 70 77 79 86
8153LE 80 88 113 124

Polypropylene 8132LE 69 75 74 81
8153LE 89 97 103 113

Stainless Steel 9453LE 90 98 100 109

9471LE 71 78 75 82
9472LE 109 119 140 153

ABS 9453LE 80 88 113 124

9471LE 70 77 79 86
9472LE 102 112 128 140

Polypropylene 9453LE 89 97 103 113

9471LE 69 75 74 81
9472LE 115 126 136 149

Stainless Steel 9653LE 90 98 100 109

9671LE 71 78 75 82
9672LE 109 119 140 153

ABS 9653LE 80 88 113 124

9671LE 70 77 79 86
9672LE 102 112 128 140

Polypropylene 9653LE 89 97 103 113

9671LE 69 75 74 81
9672LE 115 126 136 149

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3MTM Adhesive Transfer Tapes with Adhesive 300LSE
8132LE • 8153LE • 9453LE • 9471LE • 9472LE • 9653LE • 9671LE • 9672LE

Typical Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative
Adhesion or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Properties
The properties defined are based on the attachment of impervious faceplate
(continued) materials (such as aluminum) to a stainless steel test surface.
Bond Build-up: The bond strength of 3M™ Adhesive 300LSE increased as a
function of time and temperature, and has very high initial adhesion.
Humidity Resistance: High humidity has a minimal effect on adhesive
performance. No significant reduction in bond strength is observed after
exposure for 7 days at 90°F (32°C) and 90% relative humidity.
U.V. Resistance: When properly applied, nameplates and decorative trim
parts are not adversely affected by exposure.
Water Resistance: Immersion in water has no appreciable effect on the bond
strength. After 100 hours at room temperature, the high bond strength is
maintained.
Temperature Cycling Resistance: High bond strength is maintained after cycling
four times through:
4 hours at 158°F (70°C)
4 hours at -20°F (-29°C)
4 hours at 73°F (22°C)
Chemical Resistance: When properly applied, nameplates and decorative trim
parts will hold securely after exposure to numerous chemicals including oil,
mild acids and alkalis.
Temperature Resistance: 3M™ Adhesive 300LSE is usable for short periods
(minutes, hours) at temperatures up to 300°F (148°C) and for intermittent
longer periods of time (days, weeks) up to 200°F (93°C).
Lower Service Temperature: -40°F (-40°C).

Available Sizes Width and Length (subject to minimum order requirements):

3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tapes 3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tapes

8132LE, 8153LE* 9453LE, 9471LE, 9472LE, 9653LE,
9671LE, 9672LE

Standard Sheet Size: 24 in. x 36 in. –

Limitations: Maximum 360 yards 1/2 in. to 63/64 in.: Maximum 180
yards 1 in. to 54 in.: Maximum 360
yards
Minimum Slit Width: 12 in. 1/2 in.

Maximum Slit Width: 48 in. 54 in.

Normal Slitting Tolerance: ± 1/32 in. ± 1/32 in.

Core 6.0 in. 3.0 in.

*Custom sheets are available.

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3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tapes with Adhesive 300LSE
8132LE • 8153LE • 9453LE • 9471LE • 9472LE • 9653LE • 9671LE • 9672LE

Features • 3M™ Adhesive 300LSE is a hi-strength acrylic adhesive that provides a very high
bond strength to most surfaces.
• Excellent bond to low surface energy plastics such as polypropylene and powder
coatings.
• Excellent adhesion to lightly oiled surfaces typical of machine parts.
• Thickness range of 2.0 mils, 3.5 mils, 5.0 mils and 8.5 mils for use on smooth, or
rough surfaces.
• Extremely smooth adhesive for excellent graphics appearance.
• Double linered for selective die-cutting.
• Polycoated kraft liner for die-cutting end tabs and waste removed nameplates on a
common carrier.
• 3M™ Adhesive Transfer Tapes 8132LE and 8153LE are double linered for
selective die-cutting.

Application For maximum bond strength, the surface should be thoroughly cleaned and dried.
Techniques Typical cleaning solvents are heptane or isopropyl alcohol. Carefully read and follow
manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use when using cleaning solvents.
Bond strength can also be improved with firm application pressure and moderate heat,
from 100°F to 130°F (38°C to 54°C), causing the adhesive to develop intimate contact
with the bonding surface.
Ideal tape application temperature range is 70°F to 100°F (21°C to 38°C). Initial tape
application to surfaces at temperatures below 50°F (10°C) is not recommended for most
pressure-sensitive adhesives because the adhesive becomes too firm to adhere readily.
However, once properly applied, low temperature holding is generally satisfactory.

Application • Plastic nameplates or graphic overlays for use on low surface energy plastics.
Ideas • Waste removed nameplates on a common sheet for ease of application.
• Attaching membrane switch assemblies to powder coated surfaces and low surface
energy plastics.
• Graphic overlays with end tabs for easy liner removal.
• Graphic application to surfaces such as wood, fabric, plastic, where very high bond
strength is required.
• Attaching identification material to lightly oily surfaces typical of machine parts.

General Processing:
Information Slitting and die-cutting: This adhesive is very aggressive and may be difficult to
convert depending on your application requirements. Chilling the adhesive between
35°F and 50°F will improve the processability. In addition, dies can be lubricated with
Laminoleum evaporative stamping oil, which is available from Metal Lubricants
Company (708-333-8900), or with Lubri-Blade 907 from Ceramic Technologies Inc.
(800-258-8495). You may also refer to our Technical Bulletin on 3M™ Adhesive
300LSE converting. (70-0707-6205-2)
Roll Laminating: A combination of metal and rubber rollers with moderate pressure is
recommended. Note: Please refer to the Technical Bulletin on slitting. (70-0709-3905-6)

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3MTM Adhesive Transfer Tapes with Adhesive 300LSE
8132LE • 8153LE • 9453LE • 9471LE • 9472LE • 9653LE • 9671LE • 9672LE

Storage Store at room temperature conditions of 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity.

Shelf Life If stored properly, product retains its performance and properties for 18 months
from date of shipment.

Recognition/ TSCA: These products are defined as articles under the Toxic Substances Control Act and therefore, are
Certification exempt from inventory listing requirements.

MSDS: These products are not subject to the MSDS requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration’s Hazard Communication Standard, 29 C.F.R. 1910.1200(b)(6)(v). When used under
reasonable conditions or in accordance with the 3M directions for use, the products should not present
a health and safety hazard. However, use or processing of the products in a manner not in accordance
with the directions for use may affect their performance and present potential health and safety
hazards.

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